Business and Economic News

The search for a better EV battery as customer demand rises
The surge in demand for electric vehicles has ignited a new kind of “space race” within the automobile industry.
A remote work revolution is underway — but not for everyone
It's not just tech companies embracing work-from-home for the post-pandemic era. But manufacturers like Ford also have to consider the huge swathes of their workforce that simply can't work remotely.
Walz sets May 28 end to COVID curbs, July 1 end to mask mandate
"It's been a long journey, but we did the things that needed to be done,” Gov. Tim Walz said. He pleaded with Minnesota adults still hesitant about vaccinations to get their shots.
Trash to treasure: Plastics lab a new way to recycle
A unique new space in Fergus Falls lets artists and entrepreneurs experiment with turning plastic waste into nearly anything they can imagine. County officials hope the space will spark creative ideas — and educate more people about recycling.
Former Best Buy CEO Hubert Joly: 'Business must lead in new ways'
Former Best Buy Chairman and CEO Hubert Joly talks about his new book “The Heart of Business” at a University of Minnesota Humphrey School event in April.
Facebook board readies for its biggest decision yet: Whether to reinstate Trump
The independent Oversight Board on Wednesday is expected to say whether Facebook should uphold or reverse a ban on the former president put in place after the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
The women’s recession isn’t over — especially for moms
One year since the start of the women’s recession, hundreds of thousands of moms have been forced to leave their jobs — and grapple with the consequences.